1. Each blue team player has a ball and is free to dribble around.
2. Red team players have to steal the ball from the blue team and then kick them in the goal.
3. If blue player loses the ball, they can re-tackle and get their ball back and carry on.
4. If red player tackles and scores, the blue team player joins other blue team players and they can pass the ball between them, keeping it away from danger player.
1. Similar to foxes and hounds, the blue team player should be aware of space.
2. Look to change direction, push of back foot, accelerate away from danger.
3. Keep ball under close control. When accelerating, move ball with laces, pushing in front of you.
3. Always keep ball away from the defender, keeping your body between ball and thief.
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